Ithaca School District

Hello Ithaca families, This email is to remind parents that we will be using a behavioral screener for our Juniors:  mySAEBRS includes 20 items and can be completed by students in grades 2 through 12. Students complete mySAEBRS by logging into the FastBridge system on a computer or tablet device with a headset for audio directions. Students indicate how frequently they have displayed each behavior within the previous month, by selecting “Never,” “Sometimes,” “Often,” and “Almost Always.” Social Behaviors:  Behaviors related to age-appropriate relationships with peers and adults.Academic Behaviors:  Behaviors related to preparation, participation, and benefit from academic instruction.Emotional Problems:  Behaviors related to regulating internal states, adapting to change, and responding to stressful/challenging events. This is a new screener for Ithaca schools, and we hope that we can use the information to add programming based on the needs of the students.  We completed, or will soon complete this for grades 4-6.  Thank you, and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. 

Next week Elementary students will be celebrating and learning about Earth Day! Since the first Earth Day in 1970, Earth Day has brought attention and activism to the health of Earth. Students of all ages participate in this movement, learning about our role in preserving and restoring the health of our planet. Elementary students are encouraged to celebrate by also dressing up each day to increase awareness of Earth Day and what it represents.

The Ithaca PTSO's Beach Blanket Bingo night will be Friday, April 30 in the HS Gym from 6 PM - 7:30 PM. This is open to all Ithaca friends and family members. There is no cost to participate. Prizes will be gift cards to local businesses. Feel free to wear your most colorful beach clothes and bring a blanket to sit on the gym floor and play bingo (or your group may sit in the bleachers). Masks and social distancing policies will be enforced. We look forward to seeing you there!

April 14th, 2021 Today is a Day 2 Junior Class: There will be a class meeting on Thursday, April 15, during Attack time. The Decorating Committee should be prepared to share their ideas and the class will vote on them. A reminder that the Youth 4 Change prevention work shop follow up is Wednesday, April 14th from 2-3pm via in person OR zoom. Snacks and drinks will be served. If you attended the workshop, we'd love to see you back! Help us continue to build on our ideas for positive changes for youth in our community! FCA will be held Thursday morning at 7:00AM. All High School students are welcome! Enjoy a hot breakfast, encouraging devotion and inspiring message! Hope to see you! Bring a friend! The Ithaca PTSO's Beach Blanket Bingo night will be Friday, April 30 in the HS Gym from 6 PM - 7:30 PM. This is open to all Ithaca friends and family members. There is no cost to participate. Prizes will be gift cards to local businesses. Feel free to wear your most colorful beach clothes and bring a blanket to sit on the gym floor and play bingo (or your group may sit in the bleachers). Masks and social distancing policies will be enforced. We look forward to seeing you there! Elementary and Middle School families: It's time to order your yearbook! The Elementary and Middle School Yearbook was combined this year so if you have children in grades 4K-8 it will be ONE yearbook this year. Cost is $15 for the soft cover, all color book. Order online at: https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/Ithaca?fbclid=IwAR3ms09h-pAw9uTdZ-ofqUAUk1obyLyAxLRuxPyaCEfty6bYuLoRV7agT20 If you have any questions, contact Sarah Jones or Jill Plonka at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us or leave a message at Ithaca PTSO on Facebook. Word of the Day: Recalcitrant (re·cal·ci·trant) adj. Stubborn, often defiant of authority; difficult to manage or control. “After months of recalcitrant behavior, the employee was terminated. Birthdays: Elementary—Connie Pulvermacher H.S./M.S.—Valerie Fauver, and Matthew Roh

April 13th, 2021 Today is a Day 1 Elementary Day 2 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Band, 7th Grade - Choir, 8th Grade - State Testing. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 2 schedule. Lunch for today: First choice-Chicken Salad Sandwich, Second choice-BBQ Pork Taco, Cole Slaw, Mandarin Oranges, Dessert, Milk There will be a FFA meeting today, during lunch in Mr. Favreau's room for all judging teams. Junior Class: There will be a class meeting on Thursday, April 15, during Attack time. The Decorating Committee should be prepared to share their ideas and the class will vote on them. All current 8th graders and high school students who are interested in playing volleyball next year must attend a meeting today during ATTACK time outside on the back patio. A Zoom link will be available. Please let Mrs. Thompson know if you would like the link. A reminder that the Youth 4 Change prevention work shop follow up is Wednesday, April 14th (TOMORROW) from 2-3pm via in person OR zoom. Snacks and drinks will be served. If you attended the workshop, we'd love to see you back! Help us continue to build on our ideas for positive changes for youth in our community! Congratulations to Audrey Newkirk and Ryan Lee for their 3rd place finish in Business Ethics and to Erica Steinmetz for placing 3rd on her Introduction to Business Procedures test on Monday at the virtual Wisconsin FBLA State Leadership Conference! Audrey, Ryan and Erica will be advancing to the virtual National Leadership Conference this summer. Congratulations also to Emma Schoen and Will Burnley for placing 5th in Broadcast Journalism and to Elise Newkirk and Emma Coy for placing 5th in Introduction to Business Presentation. The 5th place contestants qualified to be alternates for the National Leadership Conference. The NEW Middle School Chapter was recognized three times yesterday during the State Leadership Conference Opening Ceremony. They received 1st place for the Largest Market Share for a Middle School Chapter and 3rd place for the Largest Middle School Chapter. Their Chapter will also be receiving a $100 for starting their new chapter this year. Audrey Newkirk finished her responsibilities yesterday as the Region 4 Vice President. It was bittersweet as we reflected on all of her dedication to planning and adapting to the virtual leadership conference format. Thank you FBLA members for all your hard work preparing for your projects and for all of the support that we received from the Ithaca community. We should all be EXTREMELY PROUD of how Ithaca was represented! Attention Juniors! Posted on your locker, you will see a 'Junior Conference' appointment. Please see Mrs. Kershner at your scheduled time. If you did not receive one...stop by the guidance office to schedule. Thank you! FCA will be held Thursday morning at 7:00AM. All High School students are welcome! Enjoy a hot breakfast, encouraging devotion and inspiring message! Hope to see you! Bring a friend! Elementary and Middle School families: It's time to order your yearbook! The Elementary and Middle School Yearbook was combined this year so if you have children in grades 4K-8 it will be ONE yearbook this year. Cost is $15 for the soft cover, all color book. Order online at: https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/Ithaca?fbclid=IwAR3ms09h-pAw9uTdZ-ofqUAUk1obyLyAxLRuxPyaCEfty6bYuLoRV7agT20 If you have any questions, contact Sarah Jones or Jill Plonka at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us or leave a message at Ithaca PTSO on Facebook. Today is American’s Creed Day. William Tyler Page, a messenger in the U.S. House of Representatives, wrote the American’s Creed in 1917. His essay was the winning entry in a national contest for the “best summary of American political faith.” The House of Representatives adopted the 100-word statement in April 1918. This Day in History: Future President Thomas Jefferson, drafter of the Declaration of Independence and the nation’s preeminent political theorist, was born on April 13, 1743. Jefferson denounced oppressive government and was a fierce proponent of freedom of speech and religion. He was at once an intellectual, architect, philosopher, musician and essayist. His fascination with science prompted his study and collection of fossils. Word of the Day: Anomalous (a·nom·a·lous) adj. Deviating from what is standard, normal, or expected. “The marketing department could not explain the anomalous sales performance.” Birthdays: Elementary—none H.S./M.S.—Aaron Bloczynski and Anna Dahlke

Summer School Job Openings! Ithaca Elementary is seeking creative and fun adults and older youth to work with our elementary students and staff during Summer School 2021. This year's summer school will run from June 14-17 and 21-24. Instruction for K-5 grade students will be from 8:30 am until 11:30 am daily. 11:30am-3:00pm will be lunch and free play. The focus is on reading and writing in content areas and math. Do you have content or topic areas you LOVE and that would excite young people? Do you enjoy working with young people, helping them grow in their learning, and engaging with them in their play while helping the students make good choices and keep them safe? If so, please apply! This is a perfect opportunity to share your love of learning with the kids of Ithaca. Certified teachers (4 hrs per day--3 hrs of instruction, 1 hr for planning purposes) earn $25/hr. We are looking for 3-4 certified teachers. Summer school assistants (one from 7:30 am until 3:30 pm and two positions from 11:30 am until 3:30 pm) earn $12.50/hour. Contact Brooke Hackl at 608.585.2512 for an application Deadline to apply is April 23, 2021.

April 12th, 2021 Today is a Day 2 Elementary Day 1 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Choir, 7th Grade - Band, 8th Grade - State Testing. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 1 schedule. Lunch for today: First choice-Polish Sausage, Second choice-Baked Fish, Broccoli/Cheese Sauce, Mixed Fruit, Dinner Roll, Milk All current 8th graders and high school students who are interested in playing volleyball next year must attend a meeting on Tuesday, April 13th during ATTACK time outside on the back patio. A Zoom link will be available. Please let Mrs. Thompson know if you would like the link. Attention Juniors! Posted on your locker, you will see a 'Junior Conference' appointment. Please see Mrs. Kershner at your scheduled time. If you did not receive one...stop by the guidance office to schedule. Thank you! FCA will be held Thursday morning at 7:00AM. All High School students are welcome! Enjoy a hot breakfast, encouraging devotion and inspiring message! Hope to see you! Bring a friend! Elementary and Middle School families: It's time to order your yearbook! The Elementary and Middle School Yearbook was combined this year so if you have children in grades 4K-8 it will be ONE yearbook this year. Cost is $15 for the soft cover, all color book. Order online at: https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/Ithaca?fbclid=IwAR3ms09h-pAw9uTdZ-ofqUAUk1obyLyAxLRuxPyaCEfty6bYuLoRV7agT20 If you have any questions, contact Sarah Jones or Jill Plonka at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us or leave a message at Ithaca PTSO on Facebook. This Date in History: 1861 Civil War begins as Confederate forces fire on Fort Sumter The bloodiest four years in American history begin when Confederate shore batteries under General P.G.T. Beauregard open fire on Union-held Fort Sumter in South Carolina's Charleston Bay. During the next 34 hours, 50 Confederate guns and mortars launched more than 4,000 rounds at the poorly supplied fort. Word of the Day: Pugnacious puhg-ney-shuhs Pugnacious adj. 1. Quarrelsome or combative in nature; belligerent. 2. Expressing an argument or opinion very forcefully. “Rather than maintaining a calm demeanor, his boss was quite pugnacious.” Birthdays: Elementary—none H.S./M.S.—Leora Barrette Staff—bus driver, Frank Schuh

17 Ithaca students participated in the FBLA virtual Regional Leadership Conference on Saturday, February 6 that was hosted by Region IV Vice President, Audrey Newkirk, a senior at Ithaca High School. We're thrilled to announce that 10 of these students are advancing to the FBLA State Leadership Conference on April 12 and 3 students qualified as alternates. Students who won their event are Erica Steinmetz for Introduction to Business Procedures and the team of Emma Schoen and Will Burnley in Broadcast Journalism. Earning 2nd place are the teams of Audrey Newkirk and Ryan Lee in Business Ethics, Emma Coy and Elise Newkirk in Introduction to Business Procedures and Carissa Willis' Job Interview. Josie Laue and Lexi Stowell received a 3rd place award for their Introduction to Social Media Strategy project. The three students who will be alternates for their events at the State Leadership Conference are Talena Sprecher in Agribusiness, Sawyer Simpson for Impromptu Speaking and Alivya Young in Introduction to Event Planning. Congratulations to the FBLA members on their hard work preparing for their events and for how well the Ithaca community was represented. Thank you to everyone who supported the students and helped us prepare for the conference and judged events. This was truly a community effort and we couldn't have done it without your help. Audrey and Mrs. Burnley were bolstered by our immediate and extended families and are grateful for all of their hard work and patience. We especially want to thank Mr. Hess! We couldn't have pulled off this virtual event without your guidance and creative ideas. Having a virtual Leadership Conference was not what Audrey signed up for when she ran for the Region 4 VP, but she demonstrated resilience, determination, imagination and great flexibility. Congratulations Audrey on a wonderful and unique RLC! Good luck to all of the students who qualified for the State Leadership Conference next week.

April 9th, 2021 Today is a Day 1 Elementary Day 6 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Band, 7th Grade - Choir, 8th Grade - Band. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 3 schedule. Lunch for today: First choice-Chicken Patty Sandwich, Second choice-Corn Dog, Baked Beans, Peaches, Milk Elementary and Middle School families: It's time to order your yearbook! The Elementary and Middle School Yearbook was combined this year so if you have children in grades 4K-8 it will be ONE yearbook this year. Cost is $15 for the soft cover, all color book. Order online at: https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/Ithaca?fbclid=IwAR3ms09h-pAw9uTdZ-ofqUAUk1obyLyAxLRuxPyaCEfty6bYuLoRV7agT20 If you have any questions, contact Sarah Jones or Jill Plonka at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us or leave a message at Ithaca PTSO on Facebook. Students 16 yrs or older: Center Pharmacy (formerly Thrifty White) has vaccinations for all people 16 or older. If you are interested, call to schedule an appointment. Youth baseball and softball apparel sales are now up and running and ready for orders. The stores will close on April 12. All items will ship to the school once the stores close. Amber Hilby will deliver upon arrival. If you have questions on any items please contact Amber Hilby - Call or text 608-475-1437 or email hilby2008@gmail.com. Links to the stores are as follows... Baseball https://ithacabas21.itemorder.com/ Softball https://ithacasb21.itemorder.com/ Deadline to order is 4/12/21 The Spring FFA Blood Drive is just around the corner. The Drive is scheduled for Monday April 12 from 9am to 2 pm. All students 16 years old and older are encouraged to sign up with Mr. Favreau. Give a pint of blood and get a pint of Culver's Custard! This Date in History: 1865 - Robert E. Lee surrenders in Appomattox Court House, Virginia, Confederate General Robert E. Lee surrenders his 28,000 troops to Union General Ulysses S. Grant, effectively ending the American Civil War. Word of the Day: Atypical ey-tip-i-kuhl Atypical adj. Not conforming to type; unusual or irregular. Deviating from what is usual or common or to be expected; often somewhat odd or strange. “The strong sales were atypical of the normally weak market.” Birthdays: Elementary—on Sunday, Kegan Ringelstetter H.S./M.S.—Landen Richards, on Sunday, Jason Logue, Darin Nelson

It's time to order your yearbook! The Elementary and Middle School Yearbook was combined this year so if you have children in grades 4K-8 it will be ONE yearbook this year. Cost is $15 for the soft cover, all color book. Order online at: https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/Ithaca?fbclid=IwAR3ms09h-pAw9uTdZ-ofqUAUk1obyLyAxLRuxPyaCEfty6bYuLoRV7agT20

Anyone travelling to watch Middle School football this evening, please note that the game will be played in LaFarge. Their co-op team often plays in Kickapoo, but tonight's game is in LaFarge.

April 8th, 2021 Today is a Day 2 Elementary Day 5 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Choir, 7th Grade - Band, 8th Grade - Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 2 schedule. Lunch for today: First choice-Mac & Cheese, Second choice-Fish Sticks, Steamed Carrots, Pineapple, Bread Stick, Milk Please release middle school football at 3:15 for their game tonight. There will be a Middle School FBLA meeting today during Attack. See Mrs. Boland Art club members: If you ordered an art club sweatshirt, you need to pay by today. I will be ordering this Friday. Students 16 yrs or older: Center Pharmacy (formerly Thrifty White) has vaccinations for all people 16 or older. If you are interested, call to schedule an appointment. Youth baseball and softball apparel sales are now up and running and ready for orders. The stores will close on April 12. All items will ship to the school once the stores close. Amber Hilby will deliver upon arrival. If you have questions on any items please contact Amber Hilby - Call or text 608-475-1437 or email hilby2008@gmail.com. Links to the stores are as follows... Baseball https://ithacabas21.itemorder.com/ Softball https://ithacasb21.itemorder.com/ Deadline to order is 4/12/21 The Spring FFA Blood Drive is just around the corner. The Drive is scheduled for Monday April 12 from 9am to 2 pm. All students 16 years old and older are encouraged to sign up with Mr. Favreau. Give a pint of blood and get a pint of Culver's Custard! Word of the Day: Antiquated an-ti-kwey-tid Antiquated adj. Very old; aged. Too old to be fashionable, suitable, or useful; outmoded, obsolete. “The committee thought the marketing strategy was too antiquated to approve.” Birthdays: Elementary—none H.S.M.S.—none

April 7th, 2021 Today is a Day 1 Are you missing a light teal, steel tumbler with a straw? See Ms Schoen if you are missing it. Art club members: If you ordered an art club sweatshirt, you need to pay by Thursday. I will be ordering this Friday. FCA students: check out our Facebook page this week for a devotion & more! We will gather again next Thursday April 15th. If you are considering FCA Sports camp or Leadership camp this summer, please see Mrs Kershner’s for a form or any questions. Remember, WI gives a $100 scholarship to all students attending. Hope you will consider as it is a life changing experience! Youth baseball and softball apparel sales are now up and running and ready for orders. The stores will close on April 12. All items will ship to the school once the stores close. Amber Hilby will deliver upon arrival. If you have questions on any items please contact Amber Hilby - Call or text 608-475-1437 or email hilby2008@gmail.com. Links to the stores are as follows... Baseball https://ithacabas21.itemorder.com/ Softball https://ithacasb21.itemorder.com/ Deadline to order is 4/12/21 The Spring FFA Blood Drive is just around the corner. The Drive is scheduled for Monday April 12 from 9am to 2 pm. All students 16 years old and older are encouraged to sign up with Mr. Favreau. Give a pint of blood and get a pint of Culver's Custard! Word of the Day: Ubiquitous Ubiquitous adj. Being or seeming to be everywhere, or in all places, at the same time; omnipresent. “Ubiquitous cell phones.” Birthdays: Elementary—none H.S.M.S.—Zander Jones

Congratulations to all our students who earned placement on the Ithaca Schools Honor Roll for Middle and High School!

FCA students: check out our Facebook page this week for a devotion and more! We will gather again next Thursday April 15th. If you are considering FCA Sports camp or Leadership camp this summer, please see Mrs Kershner’s for a form or any questions. Remember, Wisconsin gives a $100 scholarship to all students attending. Hope you will consider, as it is a life changing experience!

Get out and VOTE!! Today is election day. Click this link to see a preview of your ballot. In the Ithaca School District, there are three School Board of Education seats on the ballot. Other local and state seats are on the ballot as well. Exercise your right to vote! https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/PreviewMyBallot

April 6th, 2021 Today is a Day 2 Elementary Day 4 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Band, 7th Grade - Choir, 8th Grade - Band. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 1 schedule. Lunch for today: First choice-Pizza Burger, Second choice-Turkey Wrap, Green Beans, Pears, Dessert, Milk Senior class meeting today during attack in the art room. All seniors must attend! Art club members: If you ordered an art club sweatshirt, you need to pay by Thursday. I will be ordering this Friday. FCA students: check out our Facebook page this week for a devotion & more! We will gather again next Thursday April 15th. If you are considering FCA Sports camp or Leadership camp this summer, please see Mrs Kershner’s for a form or any questions. Remember, WI gives a $100 scholarship to all students attending. Hope you will consider as it is a life changing experience! Youth baseball and softball apparel sales are now up and running and ready for orders. The stores will close on April 12. All items will ship to the school once the stores close. Amber Hilby will deliver upon arrival. If you have questions on any items please contact Amber Hilby - Call or text 608-475-1437 or email hilby2008@gmail.com. Links to the stores are as follows... Baseball https://ithacabas21.itemorder.com/ Softball https://ithacasb21.itemorder.com/ Deadline to order is 4/12/21 The Spring FFA Blood Drive is just around the corner. The Drive is scheduled for Monday April 12 from 9am to 2 pm. All students 16 years old and older are encouraged to sign up with Mr. Favreau. Give a pint of blood and get a pint of Culver's Custard! Today in History: April 6, 1917 The United States officially enters World War I Two days after the U.S. Senate voted 82 to 6 to declare war against Germany, the U.S. House of Representatives endorseed the declaration by a vote of 373 to 50, and America formally entered World War I. Word of the Day: Fortuitous fawr-too-i-tuhs Fortuitous adj. Happening by accident or chance. Happening by a fortunate accident or chance. Lucky or fortunate. “The check could not have arrived at a more fortuitous time.” Birthdays: Elementary—none H.S./M.S.—none

April 5th, 2021 Today is a Day 1 Elementary Day 3 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Choir, 7th Grade - Band, 8th Grade - Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 3 schedule. Lunch for today: First choice-Chicken Nuggets, Second choice-Pizza Dippers, Corn, Applesauce, Dinner Roll, Milk Senior class meeting tomorrow during attack in the art room. All seniors must attend! Today is the day! The Youth 4 Change group invites all high school students to our prevention leadership workshop TONIGHT, after school, from 4-6pm. Help us make positive changes in our community! You are able to participate via zoom or stay at school. Pizza will be served right after school. All participants will be entered into drawings for various prizes. If you have any questions contact Mrs. Pluemer, Mrs. Dickey, Emma Schoen, or Carissa Willis. Youth baseball and softball apparel sales are now up and running and ready for orders. The stores will close on April 12. All items will ship to the school once the stores close. Amber Hilby will deliver upon arrival. If you have questions on any items please contact Amber Hilby - Call or text 608-475-1437 or email hilby2008@gmail.com. Links to the stores are as follows... Baseball https://ithacabas21.itemorder.com/ Softball https://ithacasb21.itemorder.com/ Deadline to order is 4/12/21 The Spring FFA Blood Drive is just around the corner. The Drive is scheduled for Monday April 12 from 9am to 2 pm. All students 16 years old and older are encouraged to sign up with Mr. Favreau. Give a pint of blood and get a pint of Culver's Custard! Word of the Day: Insipid in-sip-id Insipid adj. Lacking flavor or zest; not tasty. Lacking qualities that excite, stimulate, or interest; dull. “The insipid play caused many to walk out of the theater.” Birthdays: Elementary—none H.S.M.S.—Liberty Clary, and Aubrey Wiedenfeld

Ithaca Youth4Change invites you to join our RESCHEDULED prevention workshop virtually on April 5th from 4-6pm! We’re finding new ways to reduce drug misuse, change our community and be leaders! Join the fight, stand for something and make our community better! Please contact Ms. Pluemer, Mrs. Dickey, Emma Schoen, or Carissa Willis if you have any questions.

Important Band Trip Info: The motor coach is broken down in Mt. Vernon, IL. Another company is coming to pick up the band in about 1 hour and they will meet up with another Progressive Travel coach that is already on it’s way. They are waiting in a McDonalds. This will delay the return by AT LEAST 2 hours.